Nominations for the 43rd International Emmy Awards were announced on October 5, 2015, by the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (IATAS) at a Press Conference at Mipcom in Cannes. There are 40 nominees across 10 categories and 19 countries.[3] Nominees come from: Angola, Austria, Argentina, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, France, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, South Africa, South Korea, Turkey, United Kingdom and the United States.
In addition to the presentation of the International Emmys for programming and performances, the International Academy presented two special awards. Downton Abbey creator, Julian Fellowes received the Founders Award and Richard Plepler, chairman and CEO of HBO network, received the Directorate Award.[4][5]